Apple has issued warnings to iPhone users regarding mercenary spyware attacks, particularly targeting high-profile individuals. The company has introduced silent threat notifications that guide users to nonprofit security lab Access Now for assistance. Experts believe these notifications could enhance research into such threats. Meanwhile, the Clop ransomware group has claimed responsibility for recent cyberattacks that exploit vulnerabilities in Cleo-managed file transfer platforms, including Harmony, VLTrader, and LexiCom. Ascension, a healthcare provider, has notified impacted patients and employees about a ransomware breach caused by an employee inadvertently downloading a malicious file. Additionally, a notorious ransomware gang has warned of new attacks expected on February 3, 2025, while a self-deleting cyberattack is reportedly targeting both Windows and Mac systems. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has suggested that Apple could improve its response to spyware threats by providing more detailed reports and pursuing additional legal actions.